You do NOT have to be "smart" in middle school/high school to become a doctor or anything else for that matter. Anyone can become a doctor if they want it enough to succeed. My brother is a neurosurgeon and he did horrible in all of his school years and even in college, until he decided he wanted to changed even though he hated school. He told me he wanted to become a doctor and I knew that he was and is one of the best recognized doctors. All theses things that she is saying is half ass true. Yes, of course you have to be interested in science but you do NOT need to be "genius" to be a doctor. You have to have the ability to want it.

@Keepinitreal55

8 жыл бұрын

+Angela Benitez that could be because your brother just wasn't trying in junior high/highshool. Until he realized what he wanted to do and put his head into it. That's different. There are people who genuinely TRY, but school comes really really difficult to them. And for those people, I agree with Andrea, med school would be way too difficult.

@noracourie7935

7 жыл бұрын

Angela Benitez totally agree 100%

Reasons why I really want to go to medical school. 1. I love getting busy everyday, I just don't feel comfortable sitting in a corner, without doing anything. 2. My heart beats for it. It's like a calling, sometimes I rethink about going to medical school because of my fear of failure and my lack of confidence with myself but whenever I see doctors, hospitals, whitecoats or even hear about it I would just feel so hyped and excited. 3. I promised someone. (He's a homeless man) when I was still in 3rd grade that I would become a doctor and help him with his condition. 4. I told my teacher in 9th Grade that I wanted to become a doctor. A cardiologist and he told me that "Next time when we see each other again, you should give me a free check up. 5. Med school is challenging. 6. I want to treat people (most especially those people facing accidents on the road, I want to do something for them than just waiting for help to arrive. I want to give them first aid and help them on the road.) 7. Because they say I can't. 8. I'm tired seeing my father going to a doctor everyday. I want to treat my father. 9. I just love talking to people and giving smile to their faces and I feel so satisfied and happy when they say "Thank you." 10. I don't wanna save the world but i wanna save people.

@rose-mg9wt

2 жыл бұрын

update🥺

@farha-pd2xk

17 күн бұрын

update pleasee

I got C's and D's Freshman year.. Now I'm a first year in a prestigious MD program. YOU CAN DEW EET

@persianprincess8945

7 жыл бұрын

Paul D Did you do a post bacc or SMP though? Just curious

@emersonelizalde6536

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a relief!!! I have a C in chem and a B in bio 😞

I was pretty bad at school in middle school and high school but I made a big mental change before college and now I would consider myself a great student. So you can certainly overcome precollege woes.

@97skinnylove

8 жыл бұрын

+Josh Oliver Thank you for this..I've really been doubting myself if I can do medicine because now I'm an A/B student in high school so maybe if I just believe in myself more I can do it? :)

@xena3751

8 жыл бұрын

+97skinnylove This wasn't my comment, but I really wanted to tell you that you could definitely do it! B's aren't bad grades to start out with! It's actually a lot better than you think! I think if you just set a side more time, and try to take more challenging courses, you can build better study habits, and become smarter in general, and it'll definitely show in your transcript. You just be more confident in yourself, and reward yourself from time to time, because at least you're taking action, and trying to figure out what you want to do now. [sorry this was so long]

@Georgiaboy_

8 жыл бұрын

Perfect advice I couldn't have said it better!Xena Makky 97skinnylove

@-fleur5109

8 жыл бұрын

hello Josh. My dad is a medical oncologist and he is a consultant. He spoke to me about school and told me that he used to get bad grades but then he decided that he'll make a change. He studied hard everyday and he would take tests. He noticed that he became much smarter than he was before. Now he is an erudite doctor but he still never stops learning.

@Georgiaboy_

8 жыл бұрын

Loom Jam Hey! When you say he "took tests" you mean just regular class tests?

You inspired me. I am in med school now

@crziq7884

7 жыл бұрын

Kerry Lee what did u end up majoring in?

@jahankhan4920

7 жыл бұрын

crziq Biology is crucial in my opinion

@yuuken8928

6 жыл бұрын

So how now?

What she said about math was the most encouraging thing I have heard in a while

Hey Andrea! Just wanted to say that watching your videos and reading your blog really helped (re)inspire me to chase med school. I got married at 20 and followed my husband instead of my dream of being a doctor. Once I got divorced, I felt lost but I'm slowly getting back on track and wanted to say thank you for your contribution. :)

Thank you so much for your amazing videos! I graduated last year from my undergrad. The MCAT is my last step in my application process. The MCAT is terrifying for me. But with your videos I am motivated to keep working! I really enjoyed the video you made about the MCAT. It gave me so many tips! Then in watching this video it reminded me why be a doctor has been my dream for so long. It is the people! So thank you so much!! Take care Autumn

thanks so much for this video! Ive been questioning my academic path and this brought to light some great things to consider

Andrea, even though I am not in the US and lots of the things you say about med school differ where I'm from, you're still quite helpful and you give a great insight!

It was all good until she said you have to love people. I'm a huge introvert but I heard radiologists get to be alone in a dark room

@TheMurderProductions

9 жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that the demand for jobs in radiology is decreasing

@medicine3008

9 жыл бұрын

Alone in a dark room.. hahaha

@elizabethivonne288

9 жыл бұрын

My teacher who has worked all over the field actually said radiologists are mostly alone.

@RandyDandy114

9 жыл бұрын

Hmm well being introverted doesnt mean you dont love people lol. It just means you're a bit shy, not the life of the party type. But you certainly dont need to be extroverted to a be a good doctor and many extroverts dont necessarily make good doctors. Some of the best doctors I know are introverted. You just have to be compassionate and passionate about medicine.

@MsPotatobag

9 жыл бұрын

my family physician is extremely awkward and he's a great, successful doctor

You're excitement while talking about this, makes me even more excited for this journey. Thank you Andrea for your videos!

This is so true. I knew I wanted to be a doctor at a very early age, and I love people! Also, I agree about the shadowing experience. If people are unsure if medicine is the right path for them, then shadowing a doctor is great way to really know and see what it's like first hand. :)

Loving all of your videos recently! Thank you. Today was the last day of my first semester of college. One semester closer to being a cardiothoracic surgeon ;)

@AndreaTooleyMD

9 жыл бұрын

Hannah Hudson Go you!

This video is great. I feel better with starting to go down the medical path.

Your videos are so insightful and have done nothing but motivated me since i discovered your page. Thank you so much!

Thank you so much for your videos! They are incredibly helpful for indecisive and uncertain students like myself

You are truly inspiring Andrea, youre so humble and speaks so kindly God bless you always ❤️

Glad I found you! Your videos are helpful. & this video in particular is leading to truly believe that I can become a Physician and enjoy being one. I have a long way to go but i am definitely looking to go this path. Thank you for sharing your experiences. :)

Thank you Andrea for being so encouraging and a such a positive role model. Your videos are always so insightful

im into surgery too, mostly cardio ! great video thank u

Thank you Andrea for keeping in touch with your viewers! :D

thank you so much for posting this video it really helped on my decision if i wanted to medical school one day.

Best of luck to you Ms. Tooley. I also hope that your residency goes very well.

I'm in 10th grade and ever since elementary, I've always wanted to be a doctor. I'm still looking for more inspirations to move forward into it. Hope you can come to the Philippines Doc ☺️ You've been such a huge influence

Love these videos. Although I'm going into PT, this is still helpful in terms of other health-related fields.

Thanks to helping me through out this question ,i have been stuck with this for many year .. Now for you info. I can realize what medical might be right for me or not . Thanks again

Thank you so much for this awesome video. I'm in high school and I've been thinking about pursuing some type of surgical career for some time now. It's great to kind of see where I stand with your list 😊

THIS IS SO ME !! ... Everything you said is almost part of me & my thoughts ... Being good at math despite the fact that I hate it & I really love since specially biology & I'm so interested in neurosurgery 😍😍😍 & I was so sure about my path in the future since I was in the 6th grade

Thank you so much for posting this!! This helps me so much.. I've been trying to figure out whether to go into Pharmacy or Medicine and your advice, as always, is so helpful!

I can really feel your passion and mine through watching this video!! Thank you very much it motivates me a lot! :)

I'm finishing school this year. I wanna be a doctor and I've known that for a really long time. However, sometimes I wonder if I'm making the right choice. Your video made me remember why I wanted this in first place, where I started from and who I want to be. Thank you so much for that. You're amazing and I wish you the best.

very helpful video ,its really kind of you to offer your advice for med school students .. .... thank you :D

I lovee your enthusiasm that you get when you talk about what you love. its contagious:)

Great video Dr. Tooley. Freshman in college right now, and this video was awesome especially as someone who isn’t a math person😂. Working at an ophthalmology clinic this summer too

thanks for your video, it really help in my change in career

When you said "I think surgeries are the coolest thing ever", I can relate. I think I watched just about every surgery video on KZread,. In 99% of them, my reaction that of a child getting. a present. The procedures really are masterful and so is the human body. These were my favorites: Tummy Tuck, Craniotomies, Orthopedic Surgeries, Gastrectomy and Cornea Transplant. I enjoy watching autopsy videos a ton as well. I tried becoming becoming a doctor. But it didn't work out because in 2010 was as diagnosed with Huntington. Back then I wouldn't have made a good doctor,, but like I said I'm way more mature now. If they find a cure, then becoming a surgeon is what I would do. Watching surgeries made me seek out information related to health issues (for instance, I had no clue that there over 100 types of cancers out there) . I'm also interested in doing research Watching surgeries makes me want to learn about the human body works. I do not smoke, do not do do drugs and do not drink alcohol, When i see a person smoking, I have a look that says "Seriously?" I also will meet a nutritionist to eat a healthier diet. I would greatly enjoy becoming a Coroner or a Pathologist Assstant as well.

This was a great help, thank you!!

really loved the way you explained it; am physician ( general practitioner) from Ethiopia studying for USMLE

Well I hope you read my comment and know that when I saw you, my hesitation no longer existed. I have my chance of getting into medical school and about to make decision. I am pretty sure that I have already made up my mind. My sincere gratitude ☺

These videos are great! Thanks so much Andrea!

Honestly, do not know what led me here on this particular night, but I just wanted to thank you for breaking it down how you did.

I love your videos they are very helpful this is just my third time watching it and I really appreciate

just found your channel and have watched a few of your videos, they're amazing. Thank you so much for posting all this information in such a straightforward way. New sub. :)

I’m the type of person that is easy to adapt to any environment. When I do math I’m good at it, when I write I’m good at it, when I draw I’m good at it 😂 it’s kind of hard for me to pick a career because I’m interested in none

@farha-pd2xk

17 күн бұрын

what did you choose updates pls;)

thank you for making this video. love your personality. i bet you're an awesome doctor

@AndreaTooleyMD

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@thrpstyt

7 жыл бұрын

lucky same

You're awesome! Thank you for your videos!

This is good. Thanks for posting.

Your videos are so helpful thanks so much. :)

I'm so happy I found you! You're videos are so helpful and insightful. I know they will really help me and I thank you so so so much! :)

really really liked this video. Now i have confidence in becoming a doctor. Was a bit nervous though but thanks to you, am no more. #fighting!!!!

Perfect!Thanks for help!

Thanks for doing this video!

I'm a sophomore in high school and I love my science classes! Last year I took 1 Honors class and the rest reg classes. I passed with a 3.87 GPA. I didn't do any clubs. This year I'm in all reg classes but I'm also in more clubs. So far in doing really well but am trying to bring my GPA up since I don't have that honors class to compensate. But I know I wanted to be a doctor since I was 13. Just have to work hard. Seeing some comments below you just have to know if you push yourself you can do anything you want to! ❤️❣🙌🏽

@alyssaschultz6241

8 жыл бұрын

You need to take all AP classes to have a chance

Can you do a video on relationships through college and medical school? I know your'e married now so you have some experience! haha

@AndreaTooleyMD

9 жыл бұрын

***** Sure!! I might have to ask a few friends to help me out on that one since I've only been married for 7 months lol!

@Marissa5211

9 жыл бұрын

Andrea Tooley haha I'm still in college and I don't plan on getting married any time soon! My boyfriend and I haven't been together that long but I was just wondering if relationships were hard in med school!

You're the cutest human being I ever seen. I'm certain that you're even better doctor. Best of luck beautiful

@AlinktoPersona

7 жыл бұрын

Back off. She's mine ;)

thanks for the video! can you talk about different fields in med school? cardio, ortho, pedi, obgyn? which are the hardest in your opinion and in rotation in med school

Thank you for this video.

wow this reassured me! :) thanks Andrea!

I hate math but love science and helping people. I thought I wouldn't stand a chance because of the math part but this gave me a lot of hope, thank you!!

thx really help...now i know it is what i want

I have the same thoughts as yours. I am pursing my medicine dreams. Yheeeey. Thanks 😃😃😁🙏🙏🙏

Very helpful video omg ❤️ loved it

I'm in my final year of highschool (well Ireland's equivalent) and I never been told I'm a 'people person', I'm introverted and I don't consider myself chatty but I get along with everyone. My friends in school rang from the geniuses, sporty people and those who get suspended often. I'm not considered talkative but when there is something to say I will say it. We did career tests throughout the year and all my results point towards a career in medicine or in particular a career as a surgeon, possible neuro. This has just confirmed my desire to pursue a career in medicine, it made me question my suitability but I can definitely see myself as a doctor. Thank you

@AC-mp7cx

8 жыл бұрын

Become a surgeon then

@AlinktoPersona

7 жыл бұрын

Go for it and don't let anyone tell you you're too shy. Extraverts people can be a pain ,IMO.

I absolutely love your videos!! I am a sophomore in high school and I have wanted to be an orthopedic surgeon since I was 6. I love learning and I am really good at math and science. I am 8th in my class out of 756 students. I am just concerned that I will want to change my mind about my major. I heard that there is a high chance that someone changes their mind once they get to college but how will you know?? The bones and the body have always been interesting to me and ever since I was little I always made myself casts and wrapped myself in ace bandages. Thanks for all your videos though I love them!!!

Here in Canada (Ontario) I am doing a compressed time frame nursing program. Typically an undergrad degree in nursing takes 4 years, but this one is 2 years. Since its a 4 year program put into 2 years, medical schools will accept it as an undergrad, therefore shedding off 2 years. So basically you only go to school for a total of 6 years, or 5 in some cases, since the school I'm looking into is 3 years of medical school. Although to get into the compressed time frame nursing, you have to have at least 10.0 university courses (which I'm doing online.) My main goal is to be a doctor, but I figured nursing would help a lot with the MCAT and all. I kind of made the decision not long ago, because I was just going to stick with nursing, but my husband was the one who convinced me to become a doctor. I have a hard time taking orders from people and all that stuff that the nurses do. So yeah 😊

Thank u that was so helpful.

Hi Andrea could you do a video on how you balanced your social life and academic life?

i am 15 i been interested in being a doctor for a long time i am so into the human body i love watching surgerys they interest me so much i am scared to really go into this job for many reasons . How long did you go through school. how difficult was it , was it worth it , how old were u when you became a doctor ? i think its amazing that you got through it and became a doctor .

I never understood the physician-patient bond until I started volunteering and working with people. It was an amazing experience talking with so many people from such diverse backgrounds. Hearing their life experience and stories were so inspirational. I totally agree with Andrea! Everyone should start by volunteering at a local hospital. The experience is totally worth it :)

i am about to go into high school (8th grade) and i feel so overwhelmed already, especially choosing my 4-year course plan for my high school. I want to do anesthesiology and i know i really want to do that but i completely suck at math, I'm ok at science but i can do better and i know i can. I think this is a great video! really helped and it made me think about how i need to work harder to achieve my goal because i know this is something i want to pursue. great video this helped me a lot :)

@hiyou969

6 жыл бұрын

Tiana Nicole how are you doing now?

She is so soft spoken and really pretty!! Im jealous :)

Hey Andrea, I love your videos I just started watching them couple of days ago and they are very informative I just wanted to know since there is so much emphasis on gpa and mcat scores that people talk about I wanted to know what you did and what advice you would give to pre med students to make our resume distinctive from others for eg volunteering, leadership etc

Hi Andrea! I'm in high school right now and am interested in studying medicine. I'd like to get some knowledge on the different careers(physicians, PAs, pharmacists) through shadowing... do you have any advice on contacting professionals and the whole process of shadowing? A video would be really really helpful as well!

thank you so much for making this video

@julieberney9435

7 жыл бұрын

you helped me a lot and I'm gonna go to medical school

Thanks for the videos

How interesting that you uploaded this video today, because I just came to the realization that I don't really want to go down this route anymore after investing so much time and money, even though school comes easy to me, but I hate studying. FML.

OMG!! I like u you are the best!! Im such a social person eho loves to talk to others and listen to their problems and yea,I love Bio and Chimestry but I don't like math.Im not bad at it at all but I just don't like it Thanks alot we love u

Thank you so much!!! I really want to go to the medical field, I've always wanted to. But, the thing is, I struggle a lot in science and math. I always struggled in Biology, Chemistry and math courses. You said it would be a challenging path for me, if I am not good at school. I am trying to get interested in science, although I will never be interested in math. I am interested in simple science, and I do question stuff, but I still struggle. Do you have any advice for me though?

Thank you so much!!!!!

My mother is a Cardiologist and she has been my only role model in life, i'm in love with biology, I'm good at math but i wouldn't choose a career involving math. I'm fairly good in school, i keep my GPA above 3.78 i have 2 more years of high school left to graduate and at my school I'm doing A-G i believe its a requirement to get into UCI i'm hoping to become a neurologist one day. your video was very helpful.

Thank you for posting this video! Ever since I was 10 I wanted to be a neurologist. I wasn't sure if that's what I want to commit to, but after watching this I am 100% sure that I want to become a doctor. :)

@AndreaTooleyMD

9 жыл бұрын

Jessica M YAY!

I love your videos so much and you seem like such a great person, I've watched all your videos and I love them!

@AndreaTooleyMD

9 жыл бұрын

JustaStrawberryMonster Thank you! There are so many things to look for in colleges- do you want a big school or small school? Private or public? Check out their medical school acceptance rates, go on campus tours- chose the one that feels right for you! Good lucK!

I'm a clinical psychotherapist considering a PhD/MD in clinical psychology with a neurological speciality along with medicine... I assume the doctor - patient relationship is somewhat similar. One thing that truly puts me off in my current work is the amount of paperwork I am required to do, especially working in community metal health. I would love to know how the paperwork compares between the field of psychology and Medicine. It's not a deal-breaker for me but it certainly made my job harder when people come in to talk about intense emotions and I have to focus on paperwork.

I do fit in all of these things you mentioned, but I'm not sure if I'm ready to commit for something like this, what if it turns out not to be for me after all? Ah, this is so hard since there are so many possible things out there for me and I don't know what I should go for.

Thank you for this video. I know without a doubt a healthcare profession is for me, but I'm currently debating between becoming a nurse or a doctor. What are the major differences? Do you have any suggestions that might help me make the decision?

What is the best way to pay for Med School, the military or taking out loans ?

Thank you so much! This definitely helped me continue to move forward. I guess the only issue I have is "MATH" I definitely hate equations and memorizing them. Math is the only subject that I struggle in and it hurts my GPA so much, especially in physics... but thanks for clearing this up for me. I have a chance to become a doctor! I just need to overcome this next obstacle in the upcoming spring of 2017, the MCAT, haha (If I get into medical school I will likely focus on Orthopedic surgery, general surgery, or family practice).

Can you do a video interviewing a doctor that has done Doctors Without Borders to help those interested?

Before Watching This Video: I don't know if I'm good enough to be a doctor After Watching This: Well, Med School here i come___

@AndreaTooleyMD

7 жыл бұрын

Yay!!!

@nomdeplume1358

7 жыл бұрын

Andrea Tooley Lets just hope i survive xD

@nomdeplume1358

7 жыл бұрын

Andrea Tooley A question I have is during med school and after that, since there's apparently a huge tsunami of work and all that, will I ever have time to do other things that I like, in my case I really enjoy reading and i like to play videogames, I'm a huge gamer xD Will I actually have time to do these things when there's so much work??

@bplhut1482

7 жыл бұрын

Red_Queen_of_Shadow-Hunters And_Crows if student athletes could do there sports u could play ur games

@nomdeplume1358

7 жыл бұрын

BPL HUT xD well, great

You are the best !!!

Great talk, like always. ")

I used to be what'd you'd call a socially awkward. Now, I am far more mature and have great timing with people. I would make a good doctor . But can't work anymore due health issues.

This video was the best because I HATE math but I love SCIENCE and I was unsure if I couldn't get into medical school because I was not good at math

I would love to go to medical school but I realized you said that you have to love science and right now I don't find it interesting but just because of my teacher's teaching method. She just teaches about cells and I know that of course it's important but I want her to teach more about the anatomy and other things. So my question would be if I absolutely have to love science because do remember that it's the teaching that she does.

Hi Andrea, I am 38 years old, decided to go to Medical School soon. I found your videos very inspiring, helpful, and informative. Would you please talk a little bit about Med School Students age? I often think that I would be the oldest student in my class . I would love to hear from you , your experience with older students. I love your shows.

@kawsarzaman5792

8 жыл бұрын

Hello Mandy, thanks for writing. I have been searching on this topic and found valuable information, I guess age wouldn't be an issue, and low GPA(?) not sure about US Med Schools, but I guess Carib can be a good choice.

I really like all your post

I love to study how the human body works, and I definitely want to help people, but I feel like my sense of compassion isn't as strong as other people... How much compassion is enough for one to pursue medicine?

I am a freshmen in high school and am intrested in going into the pediatrics field of medicine and I just wanted to know what the diffrence was by going into private practice? Thanks love your videos they are soooo helpful :)

Is there a website that tells you all the different kinds of occupations in the medical field? I'm willing to look into anything as long as I can provide hands-on care for patients